Pennys Lagoon car park
| Nearest Road: | Martha Lavinia Rd |
|---|---|
| Nearest Town: | Currie |
| Locality: | King Island |
| Latitude: | S 39° 39′ 26″ |
| Longitude: | E 144° 4′ 41″ |
| Elevation: | 30 m |
| Fee: | No charge |
| Management: | P&WS |
| Road Surface: | Unsealed |
| Car Park: | Good unsealed |
| Water: | Dry |
| Toilets: | Bush |
| Toilet Accessibility: | Unknown |
| Shelter: | Shelter |
| Picnic Table: | No table |
| Comment: | From Currie drive north on North Rd for approx 33km to Egg Lagoon. East on Mansons Rd for 5.5 km then north 1.5 km to junction with Martha Lavinia Rd. Follow M.L. Rd 4km and turn left into campground |
3 walks from Pennys Lagoon car park
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This site is a list of walks, not a walking guide. Before undertaking any walk, consult the references below.
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Lavinia Point walk from Pennys Lagoon parking
| Goal: | Lavinia Point |
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| Grade: | Flat |
| Type: | Retrace route |
| One-way distance: | 3,250 m |
| Return distance: | 6,500 m |
| Comment: | Walk back to road then 1 km out to Lavinia Beach. Turn right at beach and walk to Lavinia Point. Return same way. |
References
Ken Martin, Walks of King Island, 2 ed., Bas Publishing Pty Ltd, Page 75, Number 22, Pennys Lagoon to Lavinia Point
2 hours 30 minutes retrace route
“Lavinia Point has no clearly defined position - the beach aspect slowly changes direction as you walk…”
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Pennys Lagoon beach access walk
| Goal: | Pennys Lagoon Beach |
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| Grade: | Flat |
| Type: | No defined route |
| One-way distance: | 25 m |
| Return distance: | 50 m |
| Comment: | Walk down to the lake shore, depending on water level. Take a stroll in either direction even if you don't want to do a complete circuit. |
References
Ken Martin, Walks of King Island, 2 ed., Bas Publishing Pty Ltd, Page 107, Number 34, Pennys Lagoon Circuit
“About half of the shoreline is comprised of brilliant white sand which makes a stunning contrast to the water…”
Ken Martin, Walks of King Island, 2 ed., Bas Publishing Pty Ltd, Page 75, Number 22, Pennys Lagoon to Lavinia Point
“… a delightful spot for a picnic and a swim in the warmer months.”
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Pennys Lagoon Circuit Walk
| Goal: | Picnic seat |
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| Grade: | Flat |
| Type: | Circuit |
| One-way distance: | 1,600 m |
| Comment: | There is a track around the lake, but if it has been wet sections of it may become impassable. Turn back if it becomes difficult. |
References
Ken Martin, Walks of King Island, 2 ed., Bas Publishing Pty Ltd, Page 107, Number 34, Pennys Lagoon Circuit
40 minutes circuit
“About half of the shoreline is comprised of brilliant white sand which makes a stunning contrast to the water…”
King Island - Things to Do - Island Trails, King Island Tourism, Page 1, Number 3, Pennys Lagoon Loop Walk
30 minutes circuit
“The track on the NE side may be under water and closed. Take SE sie and return the same way.”
Ken Martin, Walks of King Island, 2 ed., Bas Publishing Pty Ltd, Page 75, Number 22, Pennys Lagoon to Lavinia Point
“… a delightful spot for a picnic and a swim in the warmer months.”